Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale & Bear Wildlife Tour
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Start your adventure with a whale-watching cruise in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, a privileged place to admire these majestic creatures. At the end of the day, head to Ferme 5 Étoiles to observe black bears in their natural habitat and learn about conservation efforts to protect them.
Embark on a whale-watching cruise to explore up to 13 species of whales, guided by passionate bilingual naturalists. Choose between a panoramic boat or Zodiac for an immersive experience. Expert guides ensure a respectful, non-intrusive encounter with marine wildlife, while all boats are Transport Canada certified for your safety.
Experience a safe and unique black bear-watching adventure with an expert guide, and explore a sanctuary featuring rescued animals like bison, deer, lynx, wolves, and moose, immersing yourself in the region's rich wildlife.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for Children under 6 years.
Zodiac is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant.
Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).
What To Expect
Tadoussac
A 3-hour boat or 2.5-hour zodiac whale-watching boat cruise led by a bilingual and certified naturalist guide
Ferme 5 Etoiles
A free visit to the Ferme 5 stars, a refuge for many animal species in Canada. For the visit, the time is flexible on your reserved day, so you can arrive at the time of your choice.
Options
Charlevoix: Excursion by boat
Tadoussac: Excursion by boat
Tadoussac: Excursion by Zodiac
Charlevoix: Excursion by Zodiac
What‘s Included
2-hour black bear observation tour at Farm 5 Stars
Bilingual expert naturalist guide onboard
Whale watching tour by boat or zodiac
Access to Farm 5 Stars' wildlife sanctuary
Gratuities
Lunch
Transportation between whale watching tour and bear observation tour
Parking
Binoculars
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whale and Bear Watching
Fiona M,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organised trip out on the Zodiac rib. Saw Beluga whales and their calves and Minke. In the evening at 7pm we were taken into the forest to see black bears in their natural environment.
Do not go there, it's a scam
daniel92320,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00They sell us on whales, but in fact, it's a boat ride with no whales in sight for three hours. Avoid it. All that for $155 per person and no refund; it's pure and simple fraud (group trip on May 18, 2026, departing at 1 PM)
Wear a jacket. It is a cold wait.
leighbarrett2024,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The pre-watching talk by the guide was almost non-existent for English-speaking patrons whilst the talk for French-speaking patrons went for a good ten minutes. Ultimately, after waiting about 90 minutes in silence and the cold, we were rewarded by seeing 2 black bears.
Love
denisesF4141BZ,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful, peaceful location. Taking a ferry across the river (which is free) means its a world away. Be aware that July-September mid this place is jam-packed
Nice experience with whales but bear excursion was disappointing
Smitties035,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Whale watching was a lovely experience and well arranged. The bear activity was a charade. We were sitting on a viewpoint watching a bear grab food that was laid more. Not what I expected of it
Waste of a day and money
edward l,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Do not book !!!! Pure rubbish and the bears are tame !!!!! Waste of money and time !!!! AML also not good boat oversold no seats
Must do tour in the area
Compass11090816921,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Both whale trip and bear trip were really well organised. Both tours had good guides with lots of interesting information
Beautiful experience
anaisalminaana,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! The guide is on top, and we had the chance to see three different bears! A magnificent experience
Wildlife
Totophe6262,Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whales and bears, superb with the chance of sunny weather and calm seas. It was a beautiful day
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